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w w w . i n s i g h t o n b u s i n e s s . c o m J u l y 2 0 15 • I NSIGH T | 25 Miller says this year's event could host double the number of runners that took place in the inaugural event. While it took reams of paperwork involving three federal agencies, he credits Timmerman for pushing ahead with the idea. "Al is incredibly community minded," Miller says. "He's not only interested in getting exposure for Jet Air, but for the airport as a whole." Turbulence ahead? B ut there could be some rough air ahead. Given its current rate of growth, Jet Air will need to expand its space soon if it is going to keep up with demand for its services. Unfortunately, Timmerman says he has not been able to reach an agreement with Austin Straubel officials on the costs of that expansion. Timmerman is matter-of-fact that if an affordable deal can't be reached, Jet Air will have to consider moving to a more cost-effective location at another airport. And he means the whole operation. "At some point, there are only so many airport fees you can pay," Timmerman says. "I'd hate to see the lost jobs at the airport, but I can't have delays in our service." Miller says there is no impasse. e fees are the same for everyone, he says, and he sounds optimistic Jet Air will continue to contribute to the airport's operations. "I know the hangar is already full and he is looking at developing additional space," says Miller. "e ground rent fees are the same as any other building." Certainly, there is a challenge there. en again, Timmerman is used to challenges. Aer years of flying airplanes, Timmerman took up flying a helicopter several years ago. Indeed, he keeps his Enstrom Helicopter at the ready and Jet Air recently became an authorized service provider for the Menominee, Mich.-based company. And he's got challenges to keep him busy for the next few months, perhaps allowing time for a fresh perspective on those plans to expand. In addition to the September 5K event, Jet Air will be hosting a tailgate party to celebrate Brett Favre's induction into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame in July, which will be quickly followed by events related to the Experimental Aircra Association's AirVenture. Austin Straubel is an alternate airport for the event and Jet Air will host aircra and provide shuttle services to Oshkosh. No doubt Timmerman will be working tirelessly to make sure visitors have the best experience possible. "Who wants to go to a place where you have to wait around for three hours?" Timmerman says. "I want to make sure this is a place where you are greeted by someone with a smile." Jet Air Group uses its newest hangar to host the annual Runway for Life fashion show to benefit various cancer charities. COURTESY OF PREVEA HEALTH COURTESY OF JENNIFER DINN'S